Senior Estimator

Drake International

Winnipeg

On-site

CAD 120,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Annual Performance Bonus
Employer-paid dental
Employer-paid medical
Free parking

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Estimator for Commercial and Institutional Projects in Winnipeg. The candidate will manage estimating activities, align bids for project success, and drive improvements in estimating workflows. With over 10 years of experience required, applicants should excel in commercial estimating and have experience with high-value bids. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits, including an annual bonus and employer-paid healthcare.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in commercial estimating, particularly with Design-Build, CM, and Lump Sum projects.
  • Experience managing bids from $10 million to $200 million+.
  • Strong skills in Excel and other relevant software.

Responsibilities

  • Lead estimating activities for various project types.
  • Align bids with real-world conditions to manage risks.
  • Drive process improvements for estimating workflows.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to shape proposals.
  • Contribute to sustainable projects.

Skills

Commercial estimating
Project management
Communication
Collaboration
Excel proficiency

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Overview

This job posting is for a Senior Estimator (Commercial and Institutional Projects) in Winnipeg with Drake International. The salary range is CA$120,000.00/yr - CA$140,000.00/yr. Benefits include an annual performance bonus, employer-paid medical & dental, and free parking. The employer has over 60 years of experience in Manitoba commercial and institutional construction, with projects ranging from $10 million to $200 million+.

Job details
  • Job Title: Senior Estimator (Commercial and Institutional Projects)
  • Location: Winnipeg
  • Salary: CA$120k to CA$140k per year
  • Base pay range: CA$120,000.00/yr - CA$140,000.00/yr
  • Perks & Benefits: Annual Performance Bonus, Employer-paid medical & dental, free parking
What You'll Do
  • Lead Estimating activities for Design Build, CM, and Lump Sum projects
  • Align bids with real-world conditions to manage risk and boost profitability
  • Lead major process improvements to optimize estimating workflows, standardize specifications, costing systems, and refine contract negotiation strategies
  • Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to shape winning proposals
  • Contribute to sustainable, community-shaping projects
What You Bring
  • 10+ years in commercial estimating (Design-Build, CM, Lump Sum)
  • Experience with bids from $10 million to $200 million+
  • Skilled in the use of Excel and other Estimating software
  • Strong communicator and collaborator
How to apply

To apply for this job, click on "Easy Apply" at the top of this ad, or send your resume to aogidan@na.drakeintl.com. You can also call me directly for more information at 204 947 0079.

About Drake International

Since 1951, Drake International continues to be a global leader in flexible and permanent staffing. We help people find the right role at any stage of their career—in Canada, and around the world. We work directly with employers to bring you the best opportunities, with no cost to you. Drake International Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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Other details
  • Seniority level: Not Applicable
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job function: Management and Project Management
  • Industries: Construction and Building Construction

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